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Avatar for Cal Preserving
Cal Preserving
4.7(
177
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an outdoor playground set. Adrian was professional and hard-working. Great communication and he brought all the required tools and equipment. He showed up first thing in the morning on a short notice and it was all done before the end of the day. The assembly looks great and I know the kids will love it!"
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37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Real Handy Handyman
4.9(
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kevin did a great job fixing our door handle quickly and took extra care to make sure it was generally oiled and well maintained. Arrived on time and excellent communication in advance of the work."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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S.C. Home Repair
4.8(
40
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh helped set up my AC unit . He is very professional and very detail-oriented with his installations. I will definitely call him up again when I need some home repairs/installations done. Very happy with his work!"
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Kitchen Floor, cabinets appliances.
Carpentry, handrails and decks.
Widened closet opening and replaced doors. Added trim around windows and new Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring
Remodeling - General Project

+136

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Live Oak General Builder, Inc.
Live Oak General Builder, Inc.
5.0(
73
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Deck or Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Enrique responded promptly to our request for an estimate. After ordering and receiving the materials, he and Hubert began work immediately, removed the existing deck, installed concrete supports, built the framing and installed the deck. The project was completed in just over two days. Enrique is experienced in working with Trex decking, our choice of material, and the finished deck is beautiful. All trash was removed and the work area cleaned perfectly. Enrique is very professional in his approach to us and in all aspects of the work. We plan to hire him to rebuild a fence."
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+89

Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bayside Builders Group
4.8(
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Deck or Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Bayside Builders Group to tear down our old, rotting wood deck and replace it with a massive new composite deck, and they did a spectacular job. The picture-frame borders and the hidden fastener system look absolutely seamless. It completely transforms our backyard and gives us the perfect space for summer hosting. The crew was incredibly hard-working and finished the entire build in just a few days."
Deck Installation
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12
Roofing and Gutter Instal
Castro Valley project

+154

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by79%of homeowners
Bayside Builders Group, Inc.
4.9(
54
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have been wanting a pool in my backyard for years now, while I was searching for contractors online, I found Bayside Builders online and decided to call them up for an estimate on building my dream pool in my backyard. They came over and explained everything to me on how they were going to design my pool, what it would cost, and what the entire process was like.I was so impressed with the attention to detail that they took for this project because I never knew it would be so complicated. It looks great now though and more importantly, it gets used often by my family & friends! I highly recommend Bayside Builders for any home renovation project you may have-they are second to none."
Response time5 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Redwood Valley Construction, Inc.
4.7(
30
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"My initial submission for a bid was answered with a call the same day in which we arranged a time to walk the project. That happened on a Friday morning. Friday afternoon I received and acceptable bid. Saturday the contract was signed. Sunday a confirmation call was received. Monday the work was done. Tuesday remaining materials were picked up. The experience was efficient, clean and professional ."
Composite Decking
Decking
Decking
Hallway Bathroom
ADA Ramp

+11

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Fix and Forget Handyman Services
5.0(
16
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Window Frame - RepairWindow Frame - Repair - For Business

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a great job repairing the damage to the outside wall of my house and color matching paint looks flawless. I would definitely hire Luis and his workers for any future project and or repairs."
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Response time4 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

You can choose 5/8-inch plywood or 3/4-inch plywood—anything thinner than these sizes may not withstand the impact of debris propelled by strong winds or can be easily torn off by intruders. Remember that the durability of the wood board is crucial, particularly for safeguarding your windows during severe storms. The effectiveness of using wood boards for protecting the investment you made in your home relies on using the appropriate material and ensuring proper installation.

You may need a permit to install your window seat. Even though it's an indoor modification, some municipalities require permits for any built-ins added to homes. Check with your carpenter or, if you're DIY-ing, do some research on your city's requirements.

Not all porch columns are load-bearing, though they can be. Some porch columns are simply decorative. There are ways to identify a load-bearing column, like looking for visible seams and a foundation. Also, check to see if the column directly enters the ground. In some porch installations, a contractor will excavate a hole to install a column into the earth along with a buried cement base for stability.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

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